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Common Risk Factors and Causes of Dry Eye Syndrome

An older adult rubbing their eyes from dry eye syndrome while holding a pair of glasses in their hands.

Dry eye syndrome, dry eye disease, or simply dry eye, is a common eye surface condition that can cause discomfort and blurred vision.  Dry eyes are caused by inadequate lubrication for your eyes because of factors like: A comprehensive eye exam can help your eye doctor pinpoint the underlying cause for effective and targeted treatment […]

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What Causes Bad Eyesight?

A young, frazzled-looking patient wearing eyeglasses.

Vision is one of the ways we can experience our surroundings, which is why poor eyesight can be frustrating. Refractive errors and eye conditions are the most common reasons we see poor vision and are closely linked to genetics and environmental factors.  Other causes of worsening vision include eye injuries, age-related changes, certain medications, and […]

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Is Keratoconus Genetic?

A close up view of a woman's right eye showing the bulging cornea typical of keratoconus.

Keratoconus is an eye disease affecting the eye’s cornea and, ultimately, vision. Keratoconus can be partly genetic and partly epigenetic, meaning that it’s hereditary, though environmental and behavioral factors also play a role. Regular comprehensive eye exams can help monitor eye health, detect early signs of vision problems, and help monitor vision changes so they […]

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Can Plastic Glasses Frames Cause Redness on Your Face?

Female university student wearing glasses while standing outside.

For those of us reliant on eyeglasses for clear vision, the choice of frame material might be dictated more by fashion or budget than by how it interacts with our skin. However, an increasing number of lens wearers are discovering that their choice in frames, particularly plastic ones, can lead to unexpected skin irritation such […]

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Is Vision Therapy Permanent?

A woman standing and gazing forward while her eye doctor gestures towards an eye chart during an eye exam.

Vision therapy is a noninvasive, personalized program that addresses various visual problems, such as strabismus (crossed or turned eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and convergence insufficiency (eye coordination issues).  Once you’ve completed a vision therapy program, which typically takes 6 to 8 months, depending on your condition, you won’t need to repeat it because the changes […]

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Bettner Vision is conveniently located in the Marketplace at Briargate, on the corner of North Union Boulevard and Family Place. You can find us beside Sushi Rakkyo and the T-Mobile store.

  • 9205 N Union Blvd. #110
  • Colorado Springs, CO 80920

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday : 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
  • Thursday : 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
  • Friday : 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: By Appointment
  • Sunday: Closed
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